About me

Hi! My name is Allie. I’m currently in my Master’s program for social work at USF and excited to be joining Innerglow as an intern. 

My previous experience with the 211 and 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has given me extensive skills in managing crises and providing support during critical moments. This background and my education have equipped me with the empathy, understanding, and problem-solving abilities essential for effective therapy. Along with an innate sense of curiosity about people I bring my personal experiences and learning mindset to work with clients.  

When not at work I spend my time working out, reading, and cooking. I participated in weightlifting competitively for years leading me to fall in love with the mental and physical benefits of working out. I also enjoy reading to provide relaxation and understand others' perspectives and have fun experimenting with new recipes and getting creative with my cooking or baking. 

I'm eager to learn more about you and your experiences so we can work together to create the future you have been waiting for! 

My Approach

The approach I use is a holistic approach, which helps me guide with empathy, as well as it allows me to incorporate the cognitive process typically used in therapy. My main goal is to help you connect dots that at times may seem blurry, help to smooth the wrinkles in the process until you find independence, assertiveness, and coping skills to help you reach the point of success in your life, and to help you face challenges and failures despite of your fears.

I believe fear will never go away, as it is part of the journey to protect us. But we should not allow fear to paralyze us and push us out of balance. I know that finding balance can be hard. I personally regardless of my journey with difficult experiences, started to love myself as I am with my flaws, my experiences, and my abilities. Many years ago, I started my journey as a dancer and founded a multicultural ladies’ dance group at UNK. As I grew in my career, I started to see human capabilities in overcoming, challenges. This is why, I have focused my work on helping patients in their turmoil find a more stable, joyful, rewarding path, because I know is possible, and we do not need to conform to a life that doesn’t feel right.